Posted on 10/31/2025
Most drivers think of safety features like airbags, anti-lock brakes, or backup cameras. But some of the most important systems protecting you every day are the ones you probably never think about. These often-overlooked components don’t feel high-tech or dramatic, but they have a real impact on how safely your car operates. If these systems start to fail, your reaction time, visibility, or control can all suffer. Here’s what to keep an eye on. Visibility Starts With Your Wipers Wiper blades are easy to ignore until they fail you in a storm. If they’re streaking, chattering, or skipping across the windshield, they’re not clearing your view the way they should. Over time, rubber dries out, cracks, or gets brittle. That means less contact with the glass and more smearing instead of wiping. Washer nozzles and the fluid reservoir also matter. If your washer jets are clogged or the pump has failed, you won’t be able to clear away bugs, grim ... read more